The Supreme Court of Washington does not recognize
certification of specialties in the practice of law
and that the certificate, award, or recognition is
not a requirement to practice law in the State of
Washington.

Super Lawyers Selection Process Patented by The United States Patent and Trademark Office

In April 2013, the Super Lawyers selection process received a patent (U.S. Pat. No. 8,412,564) from The United States Patent and Trademark Office. This distinction is relevant to both attorneys and consumers, as it further demonstrates credibility as an impartial third-party rating system.

“We are honored to have a recently granted U.S. patent relating to lawyer-ratings. We take our credibility very seriously, and having a patent assures our customers that we strive to be innovation leaders in our area,” says Julie Gleason, the Director of Research at Super Lawyers.